Aftermarket replacement ignition switches
Defect Summary
Uci-fram group is recalling certain ls1328 ignition switches sold as wells ls1328, duralast ls1328, airtex 1s6097, and carquest 53-27479, and ls1497 ignition switches sold as wells ls1497, duralast ls1497, airtex 1s10961, and carquest 53-27967, for use on various general motors model and model year vehicles during repair and replacement of the original ignition switch. the weight on the key ring and/or road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the affected ignition switches to move out of the run position, turning off the engine and disabling the air bags.
Safety Consequence
If the ignition switch moves from the run position to accessory, the car would stall and the air bags will not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of personal injury to the occupants.
Corrective Action
Uci-fram group has notified its purchasers to quarantine and return all inventory. any switches already installed in vehicles will be replaced by gm dealers as part of nhtsa recall 14v-047, free of charge. uci-fram's purchasers should contact uci-fram group at 1-800-890-2075. gm vehicle owners requiring additional information on that recall campaign should contact gm at 1-800-222-1020 (chevrolet), 1-800-762-2737 (pontiac) or 1-800-553-6000 (saturn).
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FAQ: Recall 14E021000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14E021000?
NHTSA recall 14E021000 was issued by Uci International Llc on April 30, 2014. It addresses: Aftermarket replacement ignition switches. The recall affects approximately 14,529 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Uci International Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 14E021000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.